2011 Map of Moccasin

About this map

Moccasin and its surrounding high desert landscape are defined by a network of vital water sources and dramatic geologic formations. Located at the base of the Moccasin Mountains, this small settlement is the focal point for the region's human geography, anchored by the Moccasin Post Office. The reliance on local hydrology is evident through the numerous named water points including Moccasin Spring, Upper Moccasin Springs, and Wooley Spring, which likely served as essential stops in this arid environment. The terrain is marked by significant elevation changes, from the heights of Parashont Point to the prominent Vermilion Cliffs. The map reveals a land structured by seasonal drainage and livestock history, shown through names like Sandy Canyon Wash, Bull Pasture, and Burnt Corral Spring. This 2011 survey captures the area's enduring character as a remote outpost where the landscape dictates the pattern of life.